Il Bel Lago - St. Louis

Maybe for you but not for us. The food was ok, but as someone who regularly enjoys fine dining, I was less than impressed. Item descriptions were enticing, but the food left a bad aftertaste (some experienced indigestion). Nothing worth complaining about to staff but certainly worth a mental note. We took leftovers home that we ultimately threw away after deciding it wasn't worth it. Note: It's better for bartenders at establishments such as this to admit when they can't make a requested cocktail instead of experimenting. The caprese salad description makes no mention of onions, but it definitely comes with onions. Be sure to inform your server if you intend to split the check. The mood noticeably changed after we mentioned a split, which we ultimately didn't request due to the uncomfortable response and found odd because it severely impacted the server's tip. Great setup but just not for us. I can't envision a circumstance that would compel us to return, but that doesn't mean others shouldn't give it a try.

Valentine’s Day with reservation for my wife and I based on a recommendation from a friend. We were seated immediately, but the service was very slow from there. Took a long time to be waited on, get a drink menu, and then order a single glass of wine, so we ended up ordering our food with our drink order. The glass of wine did not arrive until the food arrived. Lasagna was cold and had to be sent back, and my wife was done with her food by the time my food was replaced. It happens, but it then took forever to get the check, and then after the waiter never returned for my credit card, so we pulled together the cash to cover the bill and walked out. At no point did anyone even say Happy Valentine’s Day or anything like that, which seemed a bit strange. The food tasted good but the service left a bad taste. There seemed to be plenty of staff and it didn’t even appear full, so maybe we just got unlucky, but we have no plans to return. Disappointing experience.

Went for anniversary dinner and it was amazing. Get the truffle mashed potatoes! Also ask for Brett if you want the best service and to make the evening even better. Thank you Brett!

Company dinner, so the menu was preselected. Service was outstanding and the portions for the meal allowed me to sample the appetizers, salad, meal and desert without feeling over stuffed. Private dinning room was nice but a little tight for 24.

We went back after 6 yrs and it was splendid!! Service was great, food was over the top delish and cooked to perfection!